Fabricio F. Santana

Head of Legislative IT & Digital Transformation Leader
Brasília, BR.

About

Highly accomplished IT leader with over 20 years of experience, specializing in driving digital transformation and innovative technology solutions across public, financial, and aviation sectors. Currently leading a team of 60+ software engineers at the Federal Senate, overseeing the development and operation of 50+ legislative systems. Proven expertise in implementing AI-driven process optimization, managing complex programs, and delivering critical systems like the Remote Deliberation System, significantly enhancing efficiency and public access.

Work

IDP
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Technology Professor

Summary

Instructs undergraduate courses in Computer Science and Software Engineering, guiding students in applying theoretical knowledge to practical projects.

Highlights

Developed and delivered comprehensive undergraduate courses in Computer Science and Software Engineering, covering software development, testing, agile methodologies, and digital transformation strategies.

Fostered a hands-on learning environment by guiding students through practical projects, enhancing their ability to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges.

Federal Senate of Brazil
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Head of Legislative IT

Summary

Leads a team of over 60 software engineers, overseeing the development, support, and operation of approximately 50 legislative systems serving parliamentarians, civil servants, and citizens.

Highlights

Managed the Digital Legislative Process Program, completing 36 projects (2020-2023) to eliminate paper use, improve legislative information quality, expand parliamentary access, and enhance internal process efficiency.

Directed the Intelligent Legislative Process Program (2023-2025), encompassing 29 planned projects to streamline workflows and increase efficiency through AI integration, including automated transcription, brief generation, and legislative matter classification.

Spearheaded the rapid implementation of the Remote Deliberation System (SDR) within 7 days of the COVID-19 emergency, enabling the Senate to conduct the world's first remote vote and ensure continuity of legislative activities.

Led the development of the Digital Senate mobile application, establishing it as a critical pillar of the remote deliberation strategy during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Education

EBRADI

Postgraduate Degree

Digital Law and Data Protection

FIA

Postgraduate Degree

New Technologies, Digital Transformation and Agility

UNICEUB

Bachelor

Laws

ILB

Postgraduate Degree

Information Technology Applied to the Legislative Branch

UFRJ

Bachelor

Computer Science

Skills

Leadership & Management

Leadership, Team Development, Project Management, Risk Management, Resource Management, Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Startup Leadership.

Technology & Digital Transformation

Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Software Development, Software Testing, Agile Methodologies, IT Solutions, System Management, Mobile Application Development, Workflow Automation, Process Optimization.

Strategy & Business Acumen

Strategic Vision, Business Impact, Innovation, Venture Capital.

Industry Specific Expertise

Legislative IT, Digital Law, Data Protection, Policy Implementation.